Many users struggle to organize the large number of model files stored in their Stable Diffusion folders. This application solves that problem. It retrieves metadata for your checkpoints and LoRA files. It provides previews so you know exactly what you are loading. This tool works within the Stable Diffusion Web UI or Forge. It helps you label, sort, and filter your files. You spend less time looking for the right model and more time creating images.
Your computer needs a functional installation of the Stable Diffusion Web UI. This software runs on Windows 10 or Windows 11. You need at least 500 MB of free storage space on your hard drive. Your graphics card must support common machine learning libraries. Ensure you have installed the latest version of Python and Git on your system before you start.
Visit the official releases page to download the package. You will see a list of available versions. Click on the most recent build at the top of the list. Look for the file ending in the extension that matches your folder structure. Click that link to start the download. Save the file to your computer desktop.
- Locate the downloaded file on your computer.
- Open your Stable Diffusion application folder.
- Open the folder labeled extensions.
- Extract the contents of the download file into this directory.
- Restart your Stable Diffusion user interface.
- Check the extension tab within the interface to confirm installation.
If you encounter an error, verify that the path to your main interface folder is correct. Ensure your windows user account has permission to modify folders inside the installation directory.
Once the installation finishes, you will see a new tab labeled models-info in your interface. Click this tab to view your current library. The first time you open this tab, the software will scan your models directory. This process might take a few minutes depending on the number of files. It connects to the Civitai database to fetch metadata and images.
The software categorizes your files automatically. You can filter your library by model type, such as checkpoint or LoRA. You can also sort files by the date you added them. If you prefer a list view, you can change the settings in the sidebar. This helps you identify file sizes and version numbers at a glance.
The metadata tool gathers information about your model versions. It grabs the trigger words, recommended settings, and sample images from Civitai. This data resides in your model folders as small text files. Do not delete these files. They keep your library display accurate. You can refresh any model by selecting it and clicking the update button.
Use the search bar to find specific models by name. You can combine this with filters to narrow down your search. For example, toggle the LoRA filter to hide your base models. You can also hide models that lack images. This keeps your interface clean while you browse. You can prioritize your favorite models by tagging them. These files will move to the top of your overview.
If the images do not load, check your internet connectivity. The application needs a live connection to download metadata from external servers. If the images appear blurry, click the file to view the full resolution preview in a pop-up window.
If the application hangs during the scan, close the interface and restart it. Large collections cause high memory usage during the initial scan. Let the process finish before you attempt to sort or filter. Sometimes the server limits the rate of data requests. If this happens, wait a few minutes and try again.
If your model files exist in a non-standard location, you need to update your path settings. Open the settings menu inside the models-info tab. Enter the folder path where you store your additional checkpoints. Save your settings and restart the scan. This allows the extension to read metadata from external hard drives or secondary storage locations.
Check the console window of your Stable Diffusion Web UI for detailed error logs. These logs explain why a download might fail, such as a lost connection or a corrupted metadata file. Sharing these logs helps find solutions to rare system problems. Keep your software updated to get the latest fixes and library improvements.